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Maritime constellations: a complex network approach to shipping and ports

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  • César Ducruet
  • Faraz Zaidi

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The analysis of community structures is one major research field in the science of networks. This exercise is often biased by strong hierarchical configurations as it is the case in container shipping. After reviewing the multiple definitions of port systems, this paper applies a topological decomposition method to worldwide inter-port maritime links. Isolating ports of comparable size reveals hidden substructures with the help of graph visualization. While geographic proximity is one main explanatory factor in the emergence of port systems, other logics also appear, such as specialized and long-distance trading links. This research provides interesting evidence about the role of geography, technology and trade in the architecture of maritime networks.

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  • César Ducruet & Faraz Zaidi, 2012. "Maritime constellations: a complex network approach to shipping and ports," Maritime Policy & Management, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 39(2), pages 151-168, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:marpmg:v:39:y:2012:i:2:p:151-168
    DOI: 10.1080/03088839.2011.650718
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    1. César Ducruet & Theo E. Notteboom, 2012. "The worldwide maritime network of container shipping: Spatial structure and regional dynamics," Post-Print halshs-00538051, HAL.
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